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What's happening**: Nearly 500 people in the UK have gotten sick from salmonella (a stomach bug) that came from imported eggs. Health officials are still looking into where the contaminated eggs came from and how they got into stores.
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What you should do**: Check any eggs you have at home—if they're imported eggs, it's safer to cook them thoroughly (don't eat them raw or runny). If you get symptoms like diarrhea, vomiting, or stomach cramps within a few days of eating eggs, see your doctor.
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The main point**: This outbreak shows why it's important to cook eggs properly and know where your food comes from. Most people recover on their own, but authorities are working to stop more eggs from being contaminated.
Always speak to your doctor before making any changes to your health or treatment.
Source: BBC Health · Read full article ↗
Close to 500 people have become ill with salmonella linked to imported eggs, say UK authorities who are investigating more clusters.
📋 Remember: This is general health information. Always speak to your GP or specialist about your own health situation.
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